1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3351 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2774 mm |
